- Nothing has officially announced that the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite will launch on October 29.
- The phone will feature Nothing’s signature transparent back, marking the company’s first entry-level smartphone with this design.
- Listings suggest a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 series processor, 8GB RAM, and Android 15 pre-installed.
Nothing has officially confirmed the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite launch date for October 29. This is the newest entry in the company’s smartphone lineup, and the most budget-friendly model in the Phone (3) series. It’s designed to make the signature transparent design more accessible, bringing its unique look to more people at a lower cost.
Design
In a recent teaser, Nothing unveiled the Phone (3a) Lite with its signature transparent back, staying true to the brand’s visual identity. But this time, the design takes a minimalist changes. instead of the multi-LED Glyph Interface seen on the Phone (3) and Phone (3a) Pro, the Lite model features a single LED light tucked into the bottom-right corner.
Nothing claims this is the first entry-level smartphone with its signature clear design, finishing the Phone (3) Series. This suggests the company wants to spread its design across price tiers, keeping a strong brand look.
Specifications
While Nothing has not confirmed the specifications, recent Geekbench entries give some insight. A device named Nothing A001T, likely the Phone (3a) Lite, was seen with a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC, 8GB RAM, and Android 15 out of the box.
This combination suggests a balance of power and efficiency, fitting for daily use and light gaming. The listing confirms the Phone (3a) Lite will give a streamlined Android experience, complete with Nothing’s minimal and clean interface.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite launch date, price, and availability
According to a report from Dealabs, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite will sell for €239.99 (about $279 or ₹24,655) in the 8GB + 128GB version. The phone will reportedly come in black and white.
European sales should start on November 4, soon after the global launch. While the India launch isn’t official, industry trends suggest India could be an early market, similar to the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro rollout.
The Nothing Phone (3a) launched at €329 (about ₹33,795) in Europe and ₹24,999 in India for the 128GB model. This shows the Lite version is set to be a much budget-friendly alternative.
